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At Cretan Wild, our aim is to share the beauty of Crete with runners from all over the world. Crete is a unique place, full of history, energy, and natural beauty. We believe that running is one of the simplest and most accessible ways to experience this magic. Through adventure running, we offer runners of all levels the opportunity to explore the stunning terrain and diverse landscapes of the island, from the mountains to the coast.
Running Holidays
Multi-day excursions are organized based on trails for exploration and activities in various action areas, with different levels of difficulty for everyone. This service includes provisions according to the season, area, and conditions, such as food, accommodation, and entertainment.
Trails
Guided tours on Crete’s trails are well organized, with specialized and experienced guides providing clear instructions before, during, and after the excursion.
Private tours are available upon request.
Throughout the year, various hiking routes of all difficulty levels are undertaken, often combined with gastronomic, wine-related, and other types of experiences.
Eshop
Interested individuals can purchase Cretan Wild apparel from the eshop located on the website before their excursions into the Cretan countryside.
The Rural Greece is an online portal that connects travellers with unique destinations and local businesses in the countryside, offering authentic experiences through activities that highlight nature, traditions and culture.
For the Rural Greece accessibility is fundamental to enhancing an inclusive tourism experience. Following the principles of inclusion and equality, the epaithros Rural Tourism Network and its member businesses are constantly working to enhance the tourism services provided, ensuring that all visitors have the opportunity to experience the authentic beauty of the Greek countryside.
Sustainability in tourism refers to a way of developing tourism that respects and protects the environment while strengthening the local economy and preserving cultural traditions. The aim of sustainable tourism is to provide unique and authentic experiences for visitors without harming the natural and social environment, while ensuring that local communities benefit from tourism activity.
This type of tourism is based on three pillars:
With sustainable tourism, visitors can have authentic experiences, knowing that the impact of tourism on the region is positive and lasting for future generations.
For Rural Greece, localism is one of the most important factors for the development of sustainable tourism, as it promotes a strong link between the tourism product and the local society, economy and culture. Through localism, visitors get the opportunity to explore authentic elements of the destination, such as local products, traditions and culture. This not only boosts the local economy, but also helps to sustain and strengthen local businesses, creating new jobs and supporting the development of local communities.
Furthermore, localism contributes to the sustainability of the tourism sector, as it reduces the use of resources from other regions and encourages the use of local goods and services, reducing the ecological footprint of tourism activities. Thus, integrating localism into tourism practices enhances sustainability awareness, both among visitors and local businesses, creating a more responsible and sustainable tourism destination.
